noun

endangerment

Endangerment (noun) means the act of putting a person or thing in danger, or the state of being in danger. Example: “The driver was charged with reckless endangerment after the crash.”

noun

The act of putting a person or thing in danger, or the state of being in danger.

"The driver was charged with reckless endangerment after the crash."

"Child endangerment cases are handled by a specialized unit."

How to use endangerment

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA legal or general term for exposing someone to risk or harm.

Common pairings

child endangerment reckless endangerment endangerment charge

Word forms

endangerments plural

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Etymology

Built from endanger plus the noun-forming suffix -ment.

Synonyms

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risk hazard jeopardy peril

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Rhymes for endangerment

ferment interment betterment empowerment dismemberment

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Frequently asked questions

What does “endangerment” mean?

The word “endangerment” means the act of putting a person or thing in danger, or the state of being in danger. In plain terms, a legal or general term for exposing someone to risk or harm.

How do you use “endangerment” in a sentence?

Here is “endangerment” used in a sentence: “The driver was charged with reckless endangerment after the crash.”

What part of speech is “endangerment”?

“Endangerment” is a noun.

What is the meaning of endangerment?

"endangerment" (noun) means the act of putting a person or thing in danger, or the state of being in danger.

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